Former University of South Florida linebacker Tyrone McKenzie is now a member of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ practice squad.

McKenzie was a former third-round pick of the New England Patriots in the 2009 NFL Draft. He suffered a torn ACL during rookie mini-camp and was placed on injured reserve.

He came back this year but was cut by the Patriots on the final cut and re-signed to their practice squad.

And the Bucs pounced.

“He’s really detailed,” said Tampa Bay coach Raheem Morris. “You can see he’s sharp. That’s a good sign. We’re excited to have him here. We liked him here a couple years ago. We were glad to be able to get him in the second wave of draft.”